Civil Engineer Jobs in Kansas

A Civil Engineer is an integral part of the engineering industry, responsible for designing, constructing, and overseeing the maintenance of infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, buildings, water supply systems, and wastewater treatment plants. They perform various tasks such as conducting feasibility studies, developing detailed plans, estimating costs, and ensuring that projects comply with legal requirements and environmental guidelines. A Civil Engineer also plays a crucial role in making decisions on issues like traffic flow, water resource use, and urban development.

Important skills for a Civil Engineer include strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in using specialized software for designing and modeling infrastructure systems. They should also have excellent communication skills to effectively present their ideas and negotiate with clients and other professionals. The essential certifications for a Civil Engineer include a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license which requires a degree from an ABET-accredited program, four years of relevant work experience, and passing scores on two exams. Prior to becoming a Civil Engineer, individuals might work as a Civil Engineering Intern, Engineering Technician, or Junior Civil Engineer to gain practical experience and technical skills in the field.

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Building Engineer

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 19 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 19 hours ago

Apply Description The Jewish Community Campus, located in Overland Park, is a 280,000 square foot building on 29-acre grounds. The building is home to nine agencies including the Jewish Community...

Civil Engineer (Professional Engineer)

  • Wichita, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 4 days ago

problem solve Software experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other applicable engineer design tools P.E. is preferred but would consider a strong E.I.T who can obtain their P.E. within...

Traffic Engineer

  • Topeka, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 6 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or a related field is required....

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer I

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago

Building the people that build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world....

Structural Engineer

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications Licensed engineer (PE or SE) 5 years of structural engineering design and document production Experience in RISA 3D and RISA Foundations Experience in Project Management Excellent communication...

Now Hiring: Project Civil Engineer - High-Impact Role

  • Mission, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Mission, KS
  • 10 days ago

engineering design What You’ll Do as a Project Civil Engineer: Design and manage residential and commercial civil engineering projects from concept through construction Oversee grading, drainage...

Now Hiring: Project Civil Engineer - High-Impact Role

  • Prairie Village, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Prairie Village, KS
  • 10 days ago

engineering design What You’ll Do as a Project Civil Engineer: Design and manage residential and commercial civil engineering projects from concept through construction Oversee grading, drainage...

Now Hiring: Project Civil Engineer - High-Impact Role

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 10 days ago

engineering design What You’ll Do as a Project Civil Engineer: Design and manage residential and commercial civil engineering projects from concept through construction Oversee grading, drainage...

Now Hiring: Project Civil Engineer - High-Impact Role

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 days ago

engineering design What You’ll Do as a Project Civil Engineer: Design and manage residential and commercial civil engineering projects from concept through construction Oversee grading, drainage...

Now Hiring: Project Civil Engineer - High-Impact Role

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 10 days ago

engineering design What You’ll Do as a Project Civil Engineer: Design and manage residential and commercial civil engineering projects from concept through construction Oversee grading, drainage...

Civil Engineer - Site Design

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 days ago

AutoCAD Civil 3D experience is preferred. + Must possess or obtain EI/EIT certification \#LI-DD1 **Additional Information** Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning...

Supervisory Civil Engineer (Traffic - OPTCS)

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 12 days ago

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related engineering field of study....

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (P.E. License or EIT Required)

  • Wichita, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 14 days ago

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference! Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical...

Fire Protection Engineer- Industrial & Water Engineering

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 15 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 15 days ago

Requisition ID: 176817 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering Department: Design Engineering Market: Industrial Employment Type: Full Time Position...

Civil Engineer (Land Development) - Power Engineering

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 16 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications A minimum of 3 years proven civil engineering design experience in this or comparable industries....

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Kansas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Civil Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Kansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.6%
Master's Degree
29.9%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
High School or GED
2.3%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Civil Engineers in Kansas
4-6 years
28.6%
2-4 years
23.8%
None
23.8%
1-2 years
14.3%
6-8 years
4.8%
Less than 1 year
4.8%



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